SAN DIEGO and SAN JOSE, Calif., March 25, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Bell Microproducts Inc. (Pink Sheets:BELM), one of the world's largest value-added distributors of storage and computing technology, today announced that it has partnered with PivotStor, a new company dedicated to delivering best-of-breed data protection, coupled with proven reliability and cost-effective performance. Under the terms of the distribution agreement, Bell Microproducts will distribute PivotStor's AP series of tape automation products.
Targeted toward small and medium enterprises, PivotStor's AP series of rack-mountable tape libraries (including PivotSense(tm), PivotSecure(tm) and PivotSure(tm) ) provide reliable, automated data protection for organizations that require affordable unattended data protection, and have outgrown the capabilities of entry-level tape autoloaders. Simple to install and connect to either a server or SAN, the AP products feature an easy-to-use operator control panel (OCP) and a web browser-based remote management user (RMU) interface to execute setup and diagnostics, check library status, operations and logs, and upgrade firmware.
"We see PivotStor's offerings as a win-win for our customers, as their products provide a quality tape automation solution while enhancing profitability for our VARs and integrators. PivotStor's decision to focus solely on the channel meshes well with our customers who are looking for products that provide reliable technology solutions and business value," explained Jerry Kagele, president of North American distribution for Bell Microproducts.
"PivotStor is very impressed by Bell Microproducts' expansive reach to value-added resellers and integrators," notes Jack Corrao, PivotStor's president and COO. "PivotStor is selling its products exclusively through the channel, and Bell Microproducts provides us with a solid way to reach the channel effectively."
PivotStor's AP series of tape automation products is currently available through Bell Microproducts, please visit www.bellmicro.com or call 1-800-800-1513 for more information.
About PivotStor
PivotStor is unique among today's vendors of data protection products, combining the ability to bring to market best-in-class technology solutions, with an experienced team of executives dedicated to building and maintaining trusted, mutually beneficial relationships with distributors, VARs, integrators and end-users. Please visit www.PivotStor.com for more information.
About Bell Microproducts Inc.
Bell Microproducts (Pink Sheets:BELM) is an international, value-added distributor of a wide range of high-tech products, solutions and services, including storage systems, servers, software, computer components and peripherals, as well as maintenance and professional services. An industry-recognized specialist in storage products, this Fortune 1000 company is one of the world's largest storage-centric value-added distributors.
Bell Microproducts is uniquely qualified with deep technical and application expertise to service a broad range of information technology needs. From design to deployment, its products are available at any level of integration, from components to subsystem assemblies and fully-integrated, tested and certified system solutions. More information can be found in the company's SEC filings, or by visiting the Bell Microproducts Web site at www.bellmicro.com.